A Floor so Special, Home Sellers mention it by Name. When selling a home, unique features come first. And the name "Bellawood" can be found at the top of sellers' lists again and again. Couple that with a Certified 100 Year Transferable Warranty and it's certain to catch the eye of discerning buyers when the time comes.

Hickory is distinguished by its amazing color variation, superb graining and outstanding durability. Being the hardest of all North American woods, it?s perfect for those who want beauty and durability in high-traffic areas. Its colors run the gamut, from light tans to deep browns with reddish tones interlaced. And its stunning knurled grain is just as appropriate in a modern city loft as a rustic country cabin. This product is proudly finished in the USA.

About "Natural Grade" Flooring:Natural Grade flooring has some color variation, mineral coloring and small knots. It can also be referred to as #2 or Third Grade. Natural grade flooring will have a slightly longer average plank length compared to Rustic grade products.

Crafted Meticulously. Harvested Responsibly. We understand the importance of healthy forests. That's why we only buy from suppliers who practice responsible harvesting and carefully manage their cutting with replanting strategies in place. For us, it's not just about being responsible citizens. It's about being a responsible business too.

We caught up with real Lumber Liquidators' customers who volunteered to discuss their floor shopping, buying and installation experiences. In no way did these customers receive compensation for their kind words. (They're speaking straight from the heart.)

Flooring went down easily, but after acclimation the floor is not as even as it should be for the price of Bellawood. I have noticed a few dents in the hickory after a few months which i did not expect due to the hickory species being as hard as it is. That being said the floor is beautiful and the unique color pattern is really nice. I would recommend this floor as well as the stairnose. The T-mold that I purchased was noticeably darker than the rest of the Hickory floor and stairnose so I would recommend inspecting the color of the T-mold prior to purchase if your local store has it in stock. Enjoy the many before and after pictures.

Found several pieces that were 1/8" too thick, some pieces that were 1/16" too wide and some pieces that had marks on them from where they were stacked to dry when green. Several pieces had damage to grouve and tounge.

We installed over 1100 ft in bedrooms, office, L.R. and dining room. I have also just ordered 3" hickory for my stair risers. Beautiful variations, easy install. Efficient use of cut pieces for use in closets resulted in less than 5% waste. Chairs in office are sitting directly on floor(no mats)and leave no marks. Our Boston Terrier has long nails, but has not scratched the floor at all.

We put the Hickory in our Kitchen after previously putting in in our living room that adjoins 10 years ago. We have loved the way it has worn and has transformed our kitchen beyond our wildest dreams!!

Service and delivery comments:

The delivery was so amazingly easy and seamless - we live on an island, so delivery can be sometimes impossible and/or expensive. The staff at Lumber Liquidators was friendly, informed and accurate on every point regarding the delivery process!

We had dark commercial carpet and though it was durable it just needed to go so we decided on a bright hardwood floor to replace it. I was nervous at first on whether we made the right choice going with this Hickory, I was so pleasantly surprised to see how amazing our front room looks now! Its like a new home that we keep walking into, so much brighter and feels like we have a lot more space!

We had to rip boards to proper width to matchCould not use many boards because they were too narrow--in effect some boards were 1/16th too wide and others 1/16 too narrowWe expected about 10% waste, unusable boards but we are closer to 15%. What we did an identical room with 7 boxes took over 8 boxes!Poor milling--wood not seasoned prior to milling and finishingFinished floor overall looks good, took twice the time it should have, shows too many gaps due to milling problems

We had professional installers put this hickery in the living room and kitchen. I was apprehensive about the wide variation of color, but when it was all layed we were thrilled. It gives the rooms a warmth and unique look that we just love.

We drove from PA to NJ to get the 5 inch hickory planks - liked them that much. Installation had some issues as the planks had varying thicknesses and some bowed pieces early on. On balance, though, came out nice and we are pleased with the look - love the wide planks! I am a little disappointed with the ease with which our chocolate lab's claws have made scratches already - visible in the light. Overall my wife is pleased (which is what matters, right guys?) and the strong natural variation makes our cabinets really pop. Would buy from LL again for sure, great selection and prices.

Indentions and marring of the flooring can occur when sliding appliances and moving furniture if the flooring is not protected properly. Small dents and nicks can be filled with a matching wood filler product. Badly damaged planks will have to be cut out and replaced.

Answered on 12/6/2011 by Customer Care1

Q:

Have 3 Old English Sheepdogs [nails are always trimmed} that live in the family room. Will this finish hold up to them?

Love hickory wood. Could you suggest another wood/finish for the Old Englishes?

This is the toughest finish on the market.Despite today's advanced technology, water spills, dirt and other abrasive substances can damage a wood floor's finish. Location, traffic patterns, how often the floor is vacuumed and cleaned, children and/or pets are all factor that influence wear.

Despite today's advanced technology, water spills, dirt and other abrasive substances can damage a wood floor's finish. Location, traffic patterns, how often the floor is vacuumed and cleaned, children and/or pets are all factor that influence wear and durability.For dogs I would recommend low gloss AC 3 rated laminates. You can also use Hard species of solid and engineered hardwood flooring like Brazilian Teak, Brazilian Walnut, Natural Strand Bamboo, Acacia, Brazilian Cherry, and Hickory. Many people even have Red Oak and White Oak flooring in there homes with dogs. The key to protecting your flooring from dog scratches is to trim their nails or cover them with vinyl claw covers. www.softclaws.com

No.For complete installation instructions; Please go to our Website @ LumberLiquidators.com and at the bottom of the page click on Flooring 101, enter Bellawood solid instruction, enter, then click on the PDF to open.